5 Must Have Accessories for Spring & Summer

Meet Tara. She's the founder of Haute Lunch, a beauty and fashion blog that I've been eating up the past few months! A Chicago gal, I love reading about her favorite new products, what she's testing out and more. Oh, and she's always having fun giveaways... can't argue with that, right? As I've gotten to know her, I've learned that on top of being totally gorgeous and a super sweetheart, she's also crazy smart. This gal is going for her PhD. Don't mess with this smartie!

I'm thrilled that today she's sharing with us her 5 must have accessories for Spring & Summer. I totally agree with these and love that she is giving us affordable options for some lust-worthy pieces. Invest in timeless pieces, not trends.

In her words, here are Tara's 5 must have accessories for spring & summer:
Hello, gorgeous! I’m Tara, founder of Haute Lunch Beauty & Fashion Blog, and I’m absolutely thrilled to be writing a guest post for TAGG! If you’re anything like me, you probably love fashion, but can’t afford to buy a new wardrobe every time a new trend emerges. My solution to this “champagne taste, beer budget” conundrum is to embody the latest trends in my accessories! Thus, I have put together my five must have accessories to help you keep up with the trends this spring and summer!

Rose Gold Tone Watch

For the last couple years, white ceramic watches have been all the rage. Although ceramic watches are definitely still “in,” expect to see a surge of rose gold tone watches in the months ahead. Michael Kors always seems to be up to date with the latest watch trends, and his gorgeous “Madison” watch (pictured above) is now just $167 on Amazon! Unfortunately for my boyfriend, this is a very recent price cut from the original $225.
TAGG tip: Adore this choice because the rose gold features are not over-the-top. While I've been eyeing a traditional rose gold MK, I like this better because of its versaility!

Envelope Bag

Due to their structured, polished look and versatility, envelope bags are a must have accessory this season! Envelope bags can come as clutches and be neatly tucked under your arms, or they can come with straps, like the Cleobella “Nikko” bag pictured above, which can be worn as a cross body. At $330 on ShopBop, this is definitely a splurge, but there are tons of options to fit any budget, such as this Murval bag on Amazon for just $21.

Platform Wedge Sandals

Wedges have been taken to new heights with the latest 70’s inspired trends. Platforms are all the rage, and a fabulous pair of platform wedge sandals are a must this season! Try a pair in a nude color, such as the Børn “Bindi” sandals pictured above (available at Nordstrom for $125) to tap into two fashion trends at once. However, if nude shoes aren’t your thing, there are many bolder platform wedges to choose from, such as these gorgeous BCBGeneration Jessup sandals.

Statement Necklace

If you don’t feel like dressing up but still want to look fashionable, pair a statement necklace with a simple t-shirt and shorts this summer to take your look from ordinary to extraordinary! The Sequin multi-chain and crystal necklace in gold pictured above is priced at $161 on BigDropNYC and would make any outfit extra special, but I also found this fabulous statement necklace on Etsy for just $28 (who doesn’t love one-of-a-kind, handmade jewelry?)!

Something Color Blocked

Putting together an entire color blocked outfit might seem a little too daring for some people (myself included). Luckily, this trend can be captured in accessories, such as a bracelet, like the Marc by Marc Jacobs bangle shown above ($68 on ShopBop), a scarf, or even shoes! Using accessories to keep up with the latest fashion trends is always a great idea because you can be stylish without feeling uncomfortable or spending a ton on new clothes!